naysayer

noun

nay·say·er ˈnā-ˌsā-ər

-ˌser

Synonyms of naysayer next

: one who denies, refuses, opposes, or is skeptical or cynical about something

There are always naysayers who say it can't be done.

nay-saying

ˈnā-ˌsā-iŋ

noun

Examples of naysayer in a Sentence

There are always naysayers who say it can't be done. those naysayers who attack the integrity of the entire judicial system

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Attendees heard inspirational talks from Maria Shriver and Jamie Kern Lima, the co-founder of IT Cosmetics who triumphed over several naysayers and eventually sold her thriving business for $1.2 billion. —

Erin Jensen, USA TODAY, 31 Oct. 2024 In the years between the Olympics, naysayers had criticized the gold medalist for choosing to step back and focus on her mental health. —

Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 25 Oct. 2024 Trump fundraiser Bill White, who also spoke at the Charlotte event and is openly gay, pushed back on naysayers who question the former president’s commitment to the LGBTQ community. —

Matt Lavietes, NBC News, 24 Oct. 2024 Don’t listen to naysayers who tell you that your dreams are too lofty. —

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